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How the Israel-Iran conflict changed the scope of 21st-century warfare
As technology and commerce reshape military strategy and conflict resolution, the role of rising powers in influencing outcomes is instructive.
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Starmer’s statesmanship abroad no substitute for vision at home in Britain
17 Jul 2025 - 8:30PM
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Trump’s crusade against the Fed turning US into an emerging market
17 Jul 2025 - 4:30PM
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In a world swept up in AI hype, Hong Kong can be the voice of reason
Rather than competing in the global AI arms race, Hong Kong can serve as a model for selective, responsible adoption.
17 Jul 2025 - 9:30AM
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China is the US’ target, but Trump’s chip policies miss the mark
Improvisation masquerading as strategy does nothing to strengthen the US and only makes trade negotiations more difficult.
17 Jul 2025 - 8:39AM
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Is this the end of international law and law of war as we know it?
Through sanctions and intimidation, the United States and Israel are chipping away at their foundations and attacking their representatives.
16 Jul 2025 - 9:00PM
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Lead poisoning scandal in China shows tendency to cover up is still strong
Suppression of information in such cases is part of a familiar pattern of local government response.
16 Jul 2025 - 8:31PM
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A screenshot of footage of kitchen staff at a Gansu kindergarten where children have fallen ill with lead poisoning. Photo: handout
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China’s engagement in the Arctic is part and parcel of being a global power
As a recent study shows, Beijing’s activities and investments in the Arctic have been exaggerated in conventional media discourse.
16 Jul 2025 - 4:30PM
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Will Hong Kong seize the opportunity to get ecotourism right?
The city’s plans for Tsim Bei Tsui and Pak Nai could boost its sustainability credentials, but a dedicated oversight structure is needed.
16 Jul 2025 - 10:10AM
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The EU is doing itself no trade favours in pushing China on Russia
Tensions serve the interests of neither side; for the EU, they won’t help tackle the trade deficit or ease critical Chinese supplies.
16 Jul 2025 - 5:30AM
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Trump’s team is waking up the reality of rivalry with Russia
While the contemporary American right has tended to differentiate China’s aims from Russia’s, that position is looking increasingly untenable.
15 Jul 2025 - 8:30PM
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US President Donald Trump glances at Russian President Vladimir Putin during the Group of 20 leaders summit in Buenos Aires, Argentina on November 30, 2018. Photo: Reuters
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Don’t overlook mental health in the quest for China’s innovative future
Demand for psychological services will only grow in the coming years among the young and older generations.
15 Jul 2025 - 8:24PM
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For Brics, it’s a big leap from talk shop to institution of power
The bloc stands at a crossroads: can it become a true alternative to the G7, or is it merely a fractured mirror of diverging interests?
15 Jul 2025 - 4:30PM
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How Hong Kong can capitalise on its window of opportunity this year
Hong Kong’s financial services sector is seeing a rebound, but the government must also focus on the livelihoods of ordinary people.
15 Jul 2025 - 10:15AM
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‘Comrade’ is no longer in fashion in China, but some people still want to bring it back
In day-to-day conversations, comrade is still used to address a young clerk in a government office, or a policeman on the street.
15 Jul 2025 - 7:00AM
Attendees bow their heads to observe a moment of silence for ‘fallen comrades’ during the opening ceremony of the 20th National Congress of China’s ruling Communist Party, in Beijing, October 16, 2022. Photo: AP
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Same-sex recognition attests to Hong Kong’s rule of law and vitality
Move to grant same-sex couples rights upholds court ruling and reflects a city cognisant of the right to disagree respectfully.
15 Jul 2025 - 5:30AM
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In misfiring over China complaints, EU risks shooting itself in the foot
Chinese competitiveness is driven by innovation rather than subsidies, and its stance on Ukraine emphasises peace rather than complicity.
14 Jul 2025 - 8:30PM
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Has Trump started another forever war? Not if Americans can help it
As the US ramps up aggression against Iran, fears of another full-scale invasion in the Middle East abound. Thankfully, all hope is not lost.
23 Jun 2025 - 10:30PM
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A protester in Los Angeles, California holds up a placard denouncing war following the US and Israel’s airstrikes on Iran on June 22. Photo: EPA-EFE
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Is China a just society? Economic woes erode public perception of fairness
The case of Chinese actress Nashi, who was found to have used subterfuge to get ahead in her studies, touched a raw nerve on the mainland.
24 Jun 2025 - 7:00AM
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Why blocking the Strait of Hormuz is a recipe for disaster
With its ruinous consequences and difficulty in execution, a full blockade is unlikely. But the risks of miscalculation must not be ignored.
25 Jun 2025 - 8:54AM
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Beyond Iran: the precarious balance of global oil prices
The world is more resilient and energy-efficient than in the 1970s, yet broader structural vulnerabilities persist and could hit Asia hard.
24 Jun 2025 - 8:30PM
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